March 2020 - test-neighbhorhood@test.highlandparkpa.com

Taking care of each other in the age of COVID
by Lena Makaroun 14 Mar '20

14 Mar '20

Dear neighbors, I am a geriatrician (doctor who takes care of older adults) and my colleagues and I are preparing for the worst (while hoping for the best) in terms of the effects that this virus will have on our patients. At the same time, there are many in our community who are already and will continue to feel significant social isolation and economic hardship as a result of the necessary measures to slow the spread. I am equally worried about these effects. This is a time when it is critical to look out for our neighbors and our community, particularly those most at risk and vulnerable. I want to encourage everyone to make sure you know your neighbors, get people's phone numbers and check in on each other -- particularly those who are older or living alone. This is a time to lean on each other and ask for help when you need it. We all have something to offer, whether it be picking up food for someone who can't leave their home, caring for an additional child for someone who has no other childcare options or simply reminding your neighbor that they are not alone. I encourage those who use this list serve to express any needs they have to see if they can be met by others in this incredibly caring community of neighbors. Stay safe, and let's take care of each other. It's times like these when we must show our true colors. We will get through this, and leaning on each other will help. Wishing everyone health and hope, Lena

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Coronavirus/Pittsburgh Schools/Student Meals
by Lakshmi Davar 14 Mar '20

14 Mar '20

Neighbors - I just saw that all PA schools will be closed for a minimum of two weeks due to COVD-19. Is anyone familiar with any resources or groups that can help students that rely on school meals get food during this time? -- *Lakshmi Davar, Esq.* lakshmidavar(a)gmail.com <lakshmi.satyanarayana(a)gmail.com>| 419.733.6505

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HP list-serv list of recommended TREE TRIMMERS
by susuboombatz＠aol.com 14 Mar '20

14 Mar '20

Hello all! Many requested the list of Tree Trimmers - here it is! Take care and Thank YOU!! - Sue

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Coronavirus Financial Bridge Loan Program
by Lauren Sims 13 Mar '20

13 Mar '20

FYI neighbors: http://hflapgh.org/coronavirusloan/

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Full/Queen metal bed frame ($5)
by Kristina C 13 Mar '20

13 Mar '20

Adjustable width to accommodate full- or queen-sized boxed springs. Length is 6 feet (71 inches). Comes apart for easy transport.

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free dining room table on porch
by Bonnie DodsonBurk 13 Mar '20

13 Mar '20

36 wide by 54 long with one 12 inch leaf. Sags a little in the middle. 5710 Callowhill Street. First come, first served.

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Columbia large 2 room tent
by Bonnie DodsonBurk 13 Mar '20

13 Mar '20

8 person tent - $50 It’s in a wheeled carrying case. 5710 Callowhill Street - 814-935-5427. It was a great family tent. Did not leak last time we used it. Thanks. Bonnie Here’s what we found on the web that describes it. Features of the Columbia Cougar Flats Tent Just viewing the list of features that the Columbia Cougar Flats tent has will make most people sit up and notice. This is one fully loaded tent with some really incredible features. Combined dome and cabin style tent offers a great look Sleeps up to 8 people The zip in room divider allows you to make this tent a one or two room tent which ever you prefer. 4 doors for easy access in and out of the tent 2 bay windows Clean sweep zipper floor flap for ease of sweeping Remote control light and venting system 86″ of headroom Electrical ports Overhead storage Hanging drink cup holders Hanging shelf unit 2 organizer pockets Comes with a carry bag with wheels for easily mobility The Columbia Cougar Flats 8 person tent is one big tent and perfect for family camping. Reviewers were astounded by the size of this tent when it was set up and one reviewer described this tent as being “more like a small house with some camping features.” Reviews for this tent were overwhelmingly favorable for the most part with very few negative comments. Reviewers had a long list of pros for this tent.

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Thule Bike Travel Case
by Bonnie DodsonBurk 13 Mar '20

13 Mar '20

Bike travel case - used once. $50 5710 Callowhill Street description from REI Thule RoundTrip Sport A UPS/Airline approved heavy-duty travel case for your road, mountain or cyclocross bike. $399.95 at REI https://www.thule.com/en-us/luggage/bike-travel-cases/thule-roundtrip-sport… <https://www.thule.com/en-us/luggage/bike-travel-cases/thule-roundtrip-sport…> Contact Tom at 412-719-3548. Thanks.

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Fwd: Mayor William Peduto Declares State of Emergency Due to COVID-19
by Highland Park Pittsburgh, PA 13 Mar '20

13 Mar '20

*Published:* 03.13.2020 *Contact:* Timothy McNulty Communications Director Mayor's Office 412-660-1999 timothy.mcnulty(a)pittsburghpa.gov Mayor William Peduto Declares State of Emergency Due to COVID-19 PITTSBURGH, PA (March 13, 2020) Mayor William Peduto today declared a State of Emergency in the City of Pittsburgh and signed an Executive Order prohibiting all public gatherings of more than 250 people, effective 9 a.m. Monday. “As the coronavirus has spread throughout the world, we have learned one great lesson: that by taking decisive action early on, we can slow the spread of the disease and save untold numbers of lives,” Mayor Peduto said. “I am making this announcement now so our residents can further plan for the impacts COVID-19 will have on them and their families, most likely for weeks to come.” The announcement comes as Pittsburgh Public Schools – and all K-12 schools statewide – have been ordered closed by Governor Wolf beginning Monday, March 16. The City is working with nonprofit partners and the Pittsburgh Public Schools to provide food options for city schoolchildren while the schools are closed. The State of Emergency allows the Mayor to adopt precautionary measures to mitigate expected effects of public health disasters. Those measures may include: - Cancelling or limiting large gatherings - Cancelling or limiting events or gatherings that require City permits - Encouraging the use of social distancing to lessen exposure and transmission of disease - Cancelling or limiting some City services - Cancelling or limiting public and private activities that could increase exposure or transmission of disease The Executive Order separately prohibits all gatherings of more than 250 people in the City, starting at 9 a.m. March 16. The State of Emergency will be for an initial term of seven days and be subject to ratification and renewals by Pittsburgh City Council. The City is also working with UPMC, Allegheny Health Network on expanded testing capacity, hospital needs and support for Public Safety personnel. Today’s action follows other steps the City and its partners have lately made to protect and support residents and businesses due to COVID-19. They include: - The City banned all City government-affiliated meetings of more than 50 people, and business-related travel by City employees - The Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority extended its shut-off moratorium until May 31 and waived income qualification criteria. Pennsylvania American Water has also ceased shut-offs - The Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh extended assistance to Pittsburgh small businesses - The Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh suspended all evictions except for those with serious public safety implications - Columbia Gas, Duquesne Light and Peoples Gas have suspended service shut-offs until at least May 1 As Public Safety has noted, it will be strictly enforcing all occupancy permits this weekend. The Executive Order will suspend all court cases by Department of Permits, Licenses and Inspections PLI, Mobility and Infrastructure, and Public Works except for life-safety circumstances. Beginning Monday, all City of Pittsburgh employees with school-age children will be allowed to tele-work if possible. Those who cannot tele-work may bring their children to the office. The City continues to advise residents to wash hands, clean regularly used surfaces, and not to go to work or other public spaces if sick. A copy of the Emergency Order is here <http://apps.pittsburghpa.gov/redtail/images/8888_Emergency.Declaration.Coro…>and the Executive Order here <http://apps.pittsburghpa.gov/redtail/images/8889_EXECUTIVE_ORDER_.pdf>. ------------------------------ . LaptopCupGreenMarker

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Fwd: Furniture for sale...free
by Pete 13 Mar '20

13 Mar '20

China Cabinet: $300 OBO. Inherited from my grandmother. We've had it for about 30 years. In perfect condition. Desk and matching bookshelf: $35 OBO Stereo Cart/Stand/Cabinet: make an offer. Vintage bumper stickers no extra charge. CD Cart/Stand/Cabinet: yours for the taking...in excellent condition Pete -----Original Message----- From: peter vitti <pvitti66(a)icloud.com> To: peter vitti <pvitti(a)aol.com> Sent: Fri, Mar 13, 2020 1:42 pm Subject: Furniture for sale Sent from my iPhone

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